The Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix weekend features the highly anticipated qualifying session.
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, the fight for pole position for the third race of the season will unfold in Suzuka. Who will claim the best starting spot for Sunday’s main event?
F1 Japanese Grand Prix Qualifying: TV Channels and Livestream Options
The qualifying session will be broadcast live and exclusively on Sky. Tune in on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 6:45 AM Central European Time (CET) on Sky Sport F1 HD, where the following crew will guide you through the action:
- Commentator: Sascha Roos
- Presenter: Peter Hardenacke
- Reporter: Sandra Baumgartner
- Experts: Timo Glock & Ralf Schumacher
For livestream access, viewers can use SkyGo or WOW. Please note that a paid subscription is required to watch Formula 1 on Sky.
Key Information: F1 Japanese Grand Prix Qualifying
- Event: Japanese Grand Prix
- Session: Qualifying
- Date: March 28, 2026
- Time: 7:00 AM CET
- Location: Suzuka International Racing Course
- Broadcast: Sky, Sky Go, WOW
Full Weekend Schedule for the F1 Japanese Grand Prix
All times are Central European Time (CET):
| Session | Day | Date | Time (CET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Free Practice | Friday | March 27, 2026 | 03:30 AM |
| 2nd Free Practice | Friday | March 27, 2026 | 07:00 AM |
| 3rd Free Practice | Saturday | March 28, 2026 | 03:30 AM |
| Qualifying | Saturday | March 28, 2026 | 07:00 AM |
| Race | Sunday | March 29, 2026 | 07:00 AM |